Pregnancy 2010

What specific measurements are we taking? I always feel like I am "doing it wrong" so any advice would be welcome!

I did upper arm and upper thigh as well. So, hips, bust, upper arms and thighs, and waist. The more the better, especially since everybody loses in different places.

you can measure anything you want to. The check in is just to see how you're doing and so we can keep each other accountable NOT so that we're in compitition with each other. So decide what you want to tone the most and measure those areas every week. On MFP under MY HOME there's a "CHECK IN" Tab that you can customize to put your measurements in too and it will build a graft for you to see your progress. I measure myself closeless infront of a mirror to be sure the measuring tape is straight each time. I also encourage everyone to take before pictures and then take pictures once monthly in a bathing suit, or work out clothes, or bra and underwear, so that you can see your own progress.

SW: 163lbs, CW: 160.9lbs
Arms: 12 3/4"
Waist: 36 1/2"
Hips: 39"
Butt: 43 1/2"
Thigh: 26"
Just started this week so I've only worked out 2 days. I'm looking forward to next week!

When I take measurements, I go in the bathroom and wear nothing. You can't get a true measurement of yourself if you are measuring yourself plus clothing. So, measure away! I am also leary because my bathroom scale has been going crazy. I'll get on and it will be one thing, then I'll get off and hop right back on, and it's a difference of 6 lbs or more! So, I unfortunately have to take my first measurement at night, after eating during the day. I am not happy about this.

Does anybody have good advice on a scale to buy? The one I have is a Weight Watchers One.

Also, welcome to everyone just joining. It is really nice to have a common goal with others.

Have you tried replacing your batteries in it? Mine starts acting crazy like that when the batteries are low. Might give that a try before buying a new scale!

Well i haven't done measurments yet but did weight in so here it is starting weight ouch 170lbs Monday and tuesday i did the 30 day shred and today i am too sore so i am just going to the gym to walk off the soreness

first post from the "100 Healthiest Foods to Eat During Pregnancy" is up:
http://www.myfitnesspal.com/topics/show/75078--1-healthiest-foods-to-eat-during-pregnancy-1st-trimester?page=1#posts-1022377

I agree with Angela. Nobody should feel anything but positivity trying to encourage each other, not compete. Also, nobody should feel like they have to post any stats, that is just for people who want to post and may use it to feel accountable. I think this is a great group and it just kept me from snacking!

Ok so this reminded me of a big accomplishment yesterday! I'm a HUGE television snacker and I was watching biggest loser which still causes me to struggle with feeling like a need to be doing something while watching it SO I used the two hours to finish sipping the rest of my needed water for the day ... AND IT WORKED! :-D So happy.

Way to go Angela!! That is a hard thing for me too..television snacking. I will have to try that instead, I also have found if I work on something like write in my journal, crochet, cross-stitch, things like that that will keep my hands busy and my mind off of food.

Thanks for putting up, "100 Healthiest Foods to Eat During Pregnancy," Angela. What a great post. I know it takes a lot of time to type that up, so please know it is very much appreciated.

How did everyone find this new thread? I posted to the old thread and was wondering where everyone was....Could someone put a link to the new thread when a new thread is made? :flowerforyou: